Photo courtesy of Morrison Funeral Chapel, Inc. - Piedmont
Piedmont, Missouri
May 21, 1957 – Nov 11, 2022
Benjamin William VanNoy, age 65 of Piedmont, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was born May 21, 1957 in Fredericktown, MO, the son of Paul A. VanNoy and Phyllis Marie (Roach) VanNoy.
A lifelong resident of Piedmont, Benny was a 1975 graduate of Clearwater High School. He worked as a Psychiatric Technician for the Missouri Dept. of Mental Health and had worked as a carpet installer for VanNoy Carpet for over 30 years. He was a past president of the Missouri Masonic DeMolay Organization for young men and had served as Fire Chief for the Clearwater Volunteer Fire District and later the Piedmont Volunteer Fire Department.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Paul and Phyllis VanNoy.
Benny was married to Iris Johnson February 23, 1990 at Piedmont and she survives, of the home.
Also surviving are 3 children, Jessie Wilson and her husband Jeffrey, of Farmington, MO, Brianna Wilson and her husband Dale, of Wingo, KY; Paul Raymond VanNoy and his wife Paige, of Scott City, MO; 1 brother, Buddy VanNoy and his wife Sue, of Piedmont, 3 sisters, Denise Shoemaker and her husband Dennis, of Piedmont, Paula Fowler and her husband Dennis, of Piedmont, Mary Hampton and her husband Ronnie, of Piedmont.
In addition, he is survived by 2 grandchildren, Garrett Allen Wheeler and Willow Cassity Wilson, along with many nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorials in Benny's name have been requested to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Read MoreI could not have asked for a better Dad if I had my pick of the whole world. He was my Dad growing up and became my best friend as an adult... He taught me to be good to people and love with no expectations of anything in return. I will forever hear his voice in my heart. I miss you Poppa, so so much! Until we meet again...
Jessie Wilson
November 28, 2022 | Farmington, MO | Daughter
From the moment I re-met Benny he made me feel like I was one of his own. He was such an awesome storyteller and he had a very unique way of making you believe in yourself because you knew that he had your back. The last thing Benny said to me was how very proud of me he is and he'll never know just how much that meant to me.
Molly Mills
November 13, 2022 | Park Hills, MO | Friend
VanNoy family! I am so very sorry for your loss! I remember the fun times in school with Ben! He was my first boyfriend when I move to Piedmont in 1971! Such a special guy!
Sherry Jerome
November 13, 2022 | Eureka, IL | Classmate
Benny was a great guy, prayers for the whole family
Laura Bye
November 13, 2022 | Galena Park, TX | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Terry Wilson
November 12, 2022 | ST.Louis, MO | Friend
I work with Ben. Always helping the staff,getting through the good days and some just long dragging days. He always had a coffee in hand and one for us all. And served with a smile.
Ben and myself were the oldest staff on the ward,they called us the geriatric team.I love being on his team. It was an honor to have him as a coworker, and a friend.will be missed,but WE will meet again..Rest in Peace my friend..
Sharrie Thompson
November 12, 2022 | Irondale, MO | Coworker
Thinking of you all, sending my love and best wishes to Iris and all the family.
Fiona Cunningham
November 12, 2022 | Glasgow | Friend
My heart goes out to you and your family. Ben was a very special man he showed his love and compassion to everyone. He made all of us feel like we were his family and we will miss him terribly. My prayers go out to you.
Nancy Rongey
November 12, 2022 | Farmington, MO | Coworker
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Terry Pettus
November 12, 2022 | Farmington, MO | Friend